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Tech Guide launched on Parkinsons UK website

Posted on January 23, 2025 by admin

The Tech Guide is new and, as the name suggests, has listings and some reviews of “devices [eg wearable devices or gadgets] and apps that could improve your quality of life, so you can make more confident decisions about using … Continue reading →

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Articles on research

Posted on January 23, 2025 by admin

For our October meeting we were privileged to welcome Katherine Fletcher, who leads the research communication team at National Office. She gave a wide-ranging talk about progress in tackling Parkinson’s. You can find out more about research by clicking here

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June 2023 Newsletter

Posted on July 13, 2023 by admin

Here is a link to the recent newsletter : it has several links on it. I hope you find it useful

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Devereux House activities

Posted on December 17, 2018 by admin

The Devereux House Day Care Centre in Farnborough provides stimulating therapeutic activities with the opportunity to meet new people and have a freshly prepared two course lunch. Transport can be provided depending on criteria and location. Contact Victoria or Evelyn … Continue reading →

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Keep up to date with Parkinson’s research

Posted on October 17, 2018 by admin

Join the Research Support Network of Parkinson’s UK. More details at https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/research/get-involved-research. As a member you will receive notifications, usually via email, about opportunities to take part in research projects. These vary from detailed clinical trials of new treatment techniques … Continue reading →

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Self-catering cottages in Dorset

Posted on July 17, 2018 by admin

Ellwood Cottages are three self-catering cottages in Dorset which are wheel-chair accessible. They get glowing reviews on tripadvisor! Find out more at www.ellwoodcottages.co.uk or ring 01258 818196

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Revitalise holiday centres

Posted on June 17, 2018 by admin

There are three Revitalise holiday centres around England at Southampton, Chigwell and Southport. Their website ( http://revitalise.org.uk/ ) describes them as providing “Nurse led care with real holiday experiences, welcoming disabled people, carers and volunteers”

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RVS Home Help scheme

Posted on April 17, 2018 by admin

We have received the following information from Rushmoor Voluntary Service about their RVS Home Help Scheme. “The scheme offers “practical help with light housework and shopping – helping people to remain independent at home for as long as possible. It … Continue reading →

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Ukelele concert

Posted on March 17, 2018 by admin

What is the best compliment a group can get at the end of a concert? A member of the audience coming up and asking if they can perform at another event! This is what happened when Kevin Manley brought a … Continue reading →

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Guildford : Community Alarm Services

Posted on February 22, 2018 by admin

Guildford Borough Council run a CareLine community alarm service. It provides a 24-hour emergency link between your home and their monitoring centre. When you press the button on your pendant or lifeline unit, you are connected to friendly and experienced … Continue reading →

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